Serving 671 students in grades 7-8, Isbell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isbell Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Isbell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isbell Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7936 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isbell Middle School's ranking?
Isbell Middle School is ranked #7936 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Isbell Middle School?
671 students attend Isbell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Isbell Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isbell Middle School?
Isbell Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Isbell Middle School offer ?
Isbell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Isbell Middle School part of?
Isbell Middle School is part of Santa Paula Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 1/28/2020
School is the worst teachers will do anything to keep their jobs if it involves lying to the parent or failing kids on purpose would not recommend to anyone trying to get an education
2 12/9/2018
this school aint the worst but not the best. good job
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